Here’s a simple recipe for Mexican Sprinkle Cookies (Grageas)—sweet, buttery cookies topped with colorful sprinkles that are perfect for parties or a fun snack:
Ingredients (Makes about 24 cookies)
For the cookies:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
For decoration:
- ½ cup colorful sprinkles (grageas)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Make the Dough
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix until a soft dough forms.
- Shape the Cookies
- Roll dough into small balls (about 1 inch).
- Roll each ball in sprinkles to coat evenly.
- Place on the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
- Bake
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, until edges are lightly golden.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Serve & Enjoy
- These cookies are soft, buttery, and delightfully colorful—perfect for birthday parties, holidays, or just a fun treat.
💡 Tips:
- For extra flavor, add a teaspoon of orange or lemon zest to the dough.
- Use nonpareil sprinkles for authentic Mexican grageas style.
- Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
I can also give a quick 3-ingredient version that’s colorful and perfect for kids if you want an even faster treat. Do you want me to do that?
